God’s Creole Cook Wagon specializes in everything BBQ. From ribs and Boston butt steaks to burgers and brisket, this BBQ eatery in Eunice has got the authentic smokey flavors that you crave. They also have Creole soul food dishes like red beans and rice, okra, sauce piquante, and more. You can dine in, order take out, or have them deliver right to you. If you’re lucky, you might also catch their food truck at festivals in the area.
Delicious Louisiana Cajun & Creole food classics like fried alligator, crawfish étouffée, gumbo, and a brunch menu that will blow you out of the water await at the reopening of this historic Opelousas, Louisiana restaurant. Toby’s Little Lodge had a history of dancing, music, and illegal gambling in the 60’s. The original building burned down tragically in 2022. The restaurant has now reopened in downtown Opelousas in what used to be Beau’s Garage. With live music on the weekends and food that can’t be beaten, it’s the perfect place to pass a good time once again.
Located inside of Brent’s Catering in Grand Coteau, Big Hill Café brings Cajun flare to delicious breakfast items. Whether it is sweet, sugar-dusted beignets or their savory Coteau Hash with Cajun potatoes, ham, sausage, onions, peppers and cheese topped with fried eggs, you’ll find an amazing breakfast experience here. Breakfast ends at 10:30am, but the good food doesn’t. From 10:30am-2pm, lunch will be served. Don’t worry, you’ll still be able to order locally roasted coffee from Rêve. Try it with their Exit 11 Sandwich: fried boudin, egg, cheese, bacon, dressed with lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
If it’s fast food you need, grab something golden and fried from this Chicken King location in Opelousas. Fried chicken, fried fish, shrimp, or even duck gumbo, whether you need a late-night snack or are catering for a tailgate party, this local fast foodery has got you covered. Chicken King’s specialty barbecue plates are available on Tuesdays and Sundays. You can find similar fare at their other location along Highway 190 in Port Barre.
Whitetails Sports Bar and Grill continues to preserve and celebrate the food, music, and culture found in the small towns along the bayous of south Louisiana. The restaurant prides itself on being true to its roots and culture and being located near the Atchafalaya River in Krotz Springs makes this very easy. The decor has mounted deer heads, an antler chandelier, and more hunting memorabilia. The menu features an array of specialty sandwiches, like the Doe and Antler Burger, connecting to the restaurant name and image. There’s also a daily buffet with home-cooked meals, seafood, and homemade desserts. Large groups are welcome with reservations. Offsite catering and event planning are available.
Right next to the restaurant is a RV Campground. You can have an amazing dinner, sleep, then start your Louisiana outdoor adventure the next day at the nearby Sherburne Wildlife Management Area or Indian Bayou Reserve. These areas have hunting, fishing, hiking trails, and boat rentals.
Sonya’s is a one-stop shop for soul food, donuts, burgers, and plate lunches in Opelousas. Start the day with waffles and chicken wings, beignets, or southern grits. You also won’t want to miss their down-home cooking for lunch. Fridays mean Catfish Courtbouillon over rice. During Mardi Gras season you can get delicious freshly baked king cakes.
Russell’s Food Center is a great place to stock up Cajun food products and take home a taste of Louisiana. George Clifton Coles and his wife, Nora Castille Coles opened a small grocer in 1934 in Arnaudville, selling mostly sugar, rice, flour, and some canned goods. Five generations later, it’s still a family-run grocery store that also offers boudin, plate lunches, and even catering for special events. The bakery offers a wide selection of fresh bread, daily including their brag-worthy olive loaf and sausage jalapeno cheese bread. The meat department is just as enticing with homemade sausage, pork tasso, and even beef tongue. Interested in what’s on the plate lunch menu? You can visit RussellsFoodCenter.com for a list of weekly specials.
Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.
Mama’s Fried Chicken has been serving hungry locals in Opelousas for more than 25 years. Dine in or drive-thru for crispy fried chicken, tenders, rice dressing, gumbo, homemade biscuits, and their famous chicken salad sandwiches. For dessert, try the funnel cakes or their fried Oreos. Mama’s also offers catering trays for meetings and special events.
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Pearl’s Country Kitchen is a local favorite for those looking for a Creole-style lunch in Opelousas. The restaurant has a Creole buffet with a different menu each day. You can also order juicy hamburgers and Louisiana-style poboys off of the menu. Pearl’s also makes specialty cakes and offers catering for meetings and special events.
Established in 1926, Champagne’s Marche is a family-owned and operated grocery store in Leonville, Louisiana. Located on the Boudin Trail, they serve fresh boudin and cracklins daily and prepare hot Cajun plate lunches for the lunch crowd. Champagnes is mostly known for their sweet, frosted king cakes, a special treat made available just before Mardi Gras. In fact, they received “Best King Cake in Acadiana” in a blind tasting in 2015. Their cakes are readily available in the bakery, but for a custom filling such as amaretto pecan, orders are recommended. Also, check out their review on KingCaker.com where they received 12 out of 12 “babies” for their delicious recipe!
A small plastic “king cake baby” is often hidden into the cake by the buyer. The treat is typically shared among coworkers or friends, and traditionally, the person who finds the baby is responsible for purchasing the next cake. This unique tradition is celebrated during the Epiphany, which is why you’ll find a small toy representing the baby Jesus in your next cake.
Just across the nearby Bayou Teche, is an informational kiosk for bayou adventurers.
Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.
